Minnesota Twins recall reliever Michael Tonkin

The Minnesota Twins have recalled right-handed pitcher Michael Tonkin from Triple-A Rochester to replace Kyle Gibson, who was demoted Monday, the team announced Tuesday.

Tonkin, 23, appeared in one game with the Twins last month, pitching 1 1/3 scoreless innings. In the minor leagues this season, he was 1-0 with a 2.54 earned-run average and 11 saves in 25 games for Rochester, 1-2 with a 2.22 ERA and seven saves in 22 games for Double-A New Britain.